Then mix in water until the joint compound is thin enough to drip slowly from your mixer. Add small amounts of water by squeezing it from a sponge. Thread paper drywall tape through the banjo as shown ...

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Let it dry fully before you begin repair work. If there’s any damage to the ceiling, such as gouges or damaged drywall tape, repair the blemishes with joint compound before you start sanding.

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While the joint compound is still wet, place drywall tape over the seams to reinforce the joint. Press the tape into the compound using the drywall knife, smoothing out air bubbles and wrinkles as ...